Location & How to Find

Anatomical Location: 1.5 cun lateral to the lower border of the spinous process of T10 (tenth thoracic vertebra).

How to Locate:

  1. Locate the level about nine vertebrae down from the base of your neck
  2. Place your finger about one and a half finger-widths to the side of your spine
  3. Press to find a tender spot in the back muscle - this is BL-19
Location illustration for 1.5 cun lateral to the lower border of the spinous process of T10 (tenth thoracic vertebra).

Primary Functions

Digestive System

  • Supports gallbladder function
  • Improves fat digestion
  • Treats digestive disorders
  • Relieves right-sided abdominal pain

Emotional & Mental

  • Promotes courage and decision-making
  • Reduces timidity and indecision
  • Calms nervous tension

Musculoskeletal System

  • Relieves lateral back pain
  • Treats rib and side pain

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BL-19 Protocols

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Important Precautions

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